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Prairie State Energy Campus
Maintenance Technician - Mine
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A Building and General Maintenance Technician performs building maintenance and appliance repairs for an apartment complex, housing division, residential center or business, as directed by a property manager.
$50,465 / year median in Illinois
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Overview The Maintenance Technician performs troubleshooting, repairs and preventative maintenance on all electrical, mechanical and hydraulic equipment utilized both underground and surface. Maintenance Technicians will regularly examine equipment to ensure that it is operating appropriately and in compliance with MSHA policies / requirements. This position must become knowledgeable in all aspects of mine operations and learn the location and function of equipment operating at the mine. Maintenance Technicians work rotating shifts so schedules vary to cover all hours of mine operation which may include overtime, holidays and weekends. Maintenance Technicians may be subject to call-ins to assist with maintenance issues that may, or have, impact plant performance. Prairie State Generating Company believes to be successful we must first and foremost work safe, follow job plans and Standard Work Procedures (SWP's) when performing tasks or operating equipment. Responsibilities Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, any one of the following assigned areas: Troubleshoot, repair and maintain equipment utilized both underground and surface at the mine location including but not limited to: Continuous miners. Haulage and Materials Handling Equipment - Ram cars, and conveyors. Roof Bolters. Scoops. Feeders. Ventilation equipment. Power distribution equipment. Personnel carriers. Diagnose failures of all mining and support equipment utilizing parts and service manuals including hydraulic and electrical schematics. Trains less qualified employees in performing preventive maintenance and routine equipment service and repair activities. As needed, assist in developing maintenance procedures for site equipment repairs / inspections to ensure safe and reliable operation. Utilize available resources such as Standard Work Procedures SWP's, job plans, service manuals or other written reference materials to ensure safe and efficient work practices. Perform scheduled preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance as required. Complete all required paperwork in a consistent and timely manner. Meet established and communicated expectations set forth by mine management. Adhere to and support all PSGC Safety, Environmental, Site and Departmental procedures. Regular and reliable attendance required. Performs other job duties as assigned, including non-core responsibilities as directed within the individual's skills and qualifications. Supervisory Responsibilities None. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties in assigned area in a satisfactory fashion. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for this employment position.